The Dennis E. Harris
Diabetes Foundation
Core objective to to find an eventual cure for diabetes and to prevent amputations
Who We Are
Diabetes is undoubtedly one of the deadliest diseases to ever surface in the history of humanity. According to report diabetes alone has approximately taken 2.5 million lives in Northern America, 1.8 million in Southern America, 2.7 million in Europe, 2.2 million in Africa, and 3.2 million in Asia and Australia combined. Current discoveries also show that the number of people with diabetes has risen from 108 million in 1980 to 422 million in 2014. The global prevention of diabetes among adults over 18 years of age has increased from 4.7% in 1980 to 8.5 in 2014. In 2016, an estimated 1.6 million deaths directly caused by diabetes. In 2023, a total of 1,461,594 people lost their lives due to diabetes globally.
However, this challenging issue has prompted many physicians and organizations to work tirelessly towards eradicating or at least reducing diabetes to a very irrelevant degree. Among the organizations battling diabetes and its related diseases is our very own foundation,” Dennis. E. Harris diabetic foundation “.
The Dennis E Harris Diabetic Foundation was established in 2019 in memory of Dennis E Harris, who tragically passed away from complications of diabetes in 2001. Dennis E Harris was a beloved family member and friend whose life was cut short by a diabetic coma. His passing served as a clear reminder of the importance of diabetes awareness, prevention, and management. The foundation was created to honor his memory and to spread awareness about the dangers of diabetes. Through education, outreach, and support programs, the Dennis E Harris Diabetic Foundation aims to empower individuals and families affected by diabetes with the information and resources they need to live healthier lives. By sharing Dennis E Harris’s story and advocating for better diabetes care and prevention, the foundation works towards a future where no one loses their life to this chronic condition. Join us in our mission to honor Dennis E Harris’s legacy and make a positive impact in the fight against diabetes.
OUR CORE OBJECTIVES
1st
To Prevent Diabetic Amputations Worldwide
2nd
To Provide Replacement Limbs for Diabetic Amputee’s
3rd
To Provide Mental Health Care for Diabetic Amputee’s
Our Approach
01.
— Our Mission
To educate the world about the diabetic foot.
02.
— Our Vision
To promote diabetes awareness and amputation prevention worldwide.
CALL TO ACTION
01.
AWARENESS
Although the ultimate goal is to find a cure for diabetes, Dennis Harris diabetic foundation also aims to provide information, guidance, and support necessary to enable people to be proactive in their self-care.
02.
ACCESS
The way the world population has been living is entirely unsustainable, with full reaching consequences for health, the planet, and the future.
03.
ACTION
The Dennis Harris Diabetic Foundation will also introduced certain lifestyle and community programs designed to prevent diabetes.
04.
PREVENTION
The Dennis Harris Diabetic Foundation core objective is to prevent any type of amputation for all diabetics.
Events
THE DIABETIC FOOT
Perfect Feet is a feature length documentary that sheds new light on the stresses and importance of health especially the Diabetic Foot.
OUR TEAM
Dr. Joe Fox
Dr. Daniel Johnson
DR. Victor Horsley
Dr. Monique Mitchell
CALVIN DWIGHT HARRIS
FOUNDER, CEO, & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
DELANO LIGHTBOURNE
CHIEF MARKETING & DIGITAL OFFICER
KEVIN HARRIS
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Sharmie Farrington Austin
ATTORNEY